Sistine Chapel Vatican Museums private pick up evening tour

Activity Information

  • document-signed_15399607 Cancellation policy

    This activity is non-refundable
  • duration-alt_14246718 Duration

    2.5 hours
  • guide_13794414 Live tour guide

    English
  • person-dolly_10786488 Pickup included

    Please wait in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time
  • portal-enter_10462703 Skip the line through a separate entrance

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Your experience

Sit back in a cozy van while you ride from your place to the Vatican Museums, then start this thrilling art trip through the halls, yards, and rooms of the Pope's collections.

Skipping the line lets you get into the most important parts of the Museums and also gives you a chance to fit your plan to your likes.

See the artificial light inside the Sistine Chapel, made to copy the soft changes of natural light as seen from candlelight, creating a unique mood.

The visit starts at the Museums, giving an unusual setting and a different view; unforgetful moments will stay in your mind, much like looking at the dome of Saint Peter from the terrace by the door.

See the famous collections of sculptures, works, and paintings at sundown and go through the most important rooms to soak in the skill of the best workers of the Italian Renaissance.

A carefully planned itinerary around art, history, religion, and symbolism will pass through the house of Pope Julius II decorated by Raphael and end at the Sistine Chapel- a place of universal beauty better seen in the light of 7,000 LEDs to fully appreciate its grandeur.

Itinerary

Vatican Museums

Visit, Guided tour (100 minutes)

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Raphael Rooms

Visit, Guided tour (20 minutes)

Sistine Chapel

Visit, Guided tour (30 minutes)

Highlights

  • Enjoy the Vatican museums and Sistine Chapel with a licensed archeologist guid
  • Benefit from a personal private experience
  • Discover the masterpieces of famous Renaissance artists at night
  • Learn about the genius of Raphael and Michelangelo
  • Private ride with van from your accommodation to the Vatican Museums included
Not Suitable for
  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users
What's Included
  • Skip-the-line entrance fees
  • Local expert art historian or archaeologist guide
  • Headsets for groups larger than 6 participants
  • Sistine Chapel brochure
  • One way transfer from your accommodation to the Vatican Museums
  • Food
  • Gratuities

To Remember

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card
  • Student card
  • Passport or ID card for children

Not allowed

  • Shorts
  • Short skirts
  • Sleeveless shirts
  • Umbrellas
  • Backpacks

Know before you go

  • For people with mobility impairments requiring the use of a wheelchair, please contact the local partner so the itinerary can be customized to your needs
  • This tour involves light walking and stair climbing